Let Them Cook
In today's episode we talk about letting your players cook. What does it mean to let your players cook? Why should you let them cook? What can letting your players cook do your game? We give you our thoughts and answer a…
Level Up Your Gaming: Tabletop RPG Podcast
Every week, Aaron and Josh get together to talk about the craft of tabletop roleplaying games. Level Up Your Gaming: Tabletop RPG Podcast is a conversation for anyone invested in their gaming table, whether you're a Game Master weaving the narrative or a player bringing a character to life. The discussion moves beyond basic rules to explore the nuances that transform a good session into a great one, tackling practical topics like pacing a campaign, designing memorable NPCs, or resolving common group dynamics. New episodes arrive each Wednesday, offering a consistent dose of ideas and actionable advice. This isn't about theoretical play; it's about the tangible skills and creative sparks that make your shared stories more engaging. The hosts encourage listeners to join the conversation by sending their own questions and topic suggestions. If you're looking to deepen your understanding of the hobby and find genuine, applicable strategies to enhance your games, this podcast serves as a dedicated space for that growth. Tune in for thoughtful, down-to-earth talks that aim to provide real value for your next gaming session.
Episodes
Let's Make A One Shot: Breaking Bard
In today's episode we continue our series of Let's Make A One Shot. The game we make a one shot for comes from the prompt Breaking Bard. We describe all the details you would need to consider to pull this one shot off. E…
When Too Much Detail Goes Wrong
In today's episode we talk about how too much detail goes wrong. Why is too much detail difficult when telling stories? How much detail is enough? How can you avoid putting too much detail into your game? We give you our…
Starting An Incomplete Game
In today's episode we talk about starting and incomplete game. Why start an incomplete game? What do you need to have to get a game started? How can you juggle all of the issues with an incomplete game? Won't my players…
Let's Make A One Shot: A Song For The Hollow
In today's episode we continue our series of Let's Make A One Shot. The game we make a one shot for comes from the prompt A Song For The Hollow. We describe all the details you would need to consider to pull this one sho…
Rewriting Your Game When You Mess Up
In today's episode we talk about rewriting your game when you mess up. Why would you want to rewrite your game after starting? How do you adjust your game and maintain what you started with? We give you our thoughts and…
When Player Agency Goes Awry
In today's episode we talk about Player Agency Going Awry. What happens when player agency goes awry? What are the reasons why this could happen? How do you handle this situation when everything is off the rails? We give…
City Planning
In today's episode we talk about City Planning. What goes into the design of a city? How do you handle all those NPC's and Locations? How do you keep everything from being so overwhelming? We give you our thoughts and an…
The Importance Of Having A Writing Partner
In today's episode we talk about the Importance Of Having A Writing Partner. Why should you have a writing partner? What benefits does a writing partner provide? What if I don't have a partner who is a GM? We give you ou…
Red Herrings
In today's episode we talk about Red Herrings. What are red herrings? Why would you use them? How can these improve your story? What are some pitfalls with using red herrings? We give you our thoughts and answer all thes…
